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The Freedom Writers Diary

Written by: The Freedom Writers, Erin Gruwell
Narrated by: Dominic Hoffman, Bahni Turpin, Cassandra Campbell
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Number-one New York Times best seller

The 20th anniversary edition of the classic story of an incredible group of students and the teacher who inspired them, featuring updates on the students’ lives, new journal entries, and an introduction by Erin Gruwell

Now a public television documentary, Freedom Writers: Stories from the Heart

In 1994, an idealistic first-year teacher in Long Beach, California, named Erin Gruwell confronted a room of “unteachable, at-risk” students. She had intercepted a note with an ugly racial caricature and angrily declared that this was precisely the sort of thing that led to the Holocaust. She was met by uncomprehending looks - none of her students had heard of one of the defining moments of the 20th century. So she rebooted her entire curriculum, using treasured books such as Anne Frank’s diary as her guide to combat intolerance and misunderstanding. Her students began recording their thoughts and feelings in their own diaries, eventually dubbing themselves the “Freedom Writers.” 

Consisting of powerful entries from the students’ diaries and narrative text by Erin Gruwell, The Freedom Writers Diary is an unforgettable story of how hard work, courage, and determination changed the lives of a teacher and her students. In the two decades since its original publication, the book has sold more than one million copies and inspired a major motion picture Freedom Writers. And now, with this 20th-anniversary edition, listeners are brought up to date on the lives of the Freedom Writers, as they blend indispensable takes on social issues with uplifting stories of attending college - and watch their own children follow in their footsteps. The Freedom Writers Diary remains a vital listen for anyone who believes in second chances.

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Great book!

Great book, the stories of the Freedom Writers are very touching. The only thing if theirs some language, so I wouldn't recommend it for younger kids.

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Wow! Just, wow

Gut wrenching, heart wrenching, witty and funny all in one. And above all, incredibly inspiring. Thank you to all involved in creating this project.

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Remarkable

One of the most inspirational books I have ever read. It goes on to show the power we all have within us to drive change. Keep shining Ms G!

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It’s a must read

I loved it. I couldn’t stop listening to it. If you don’t listen to any other book this year. You need to listen to this book

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confusing to follow

it got very confusing with so many characters reading such small sections it all got jumbled. its. lovely story and the movie was amazing but I think this may be one you gave to physically ready to follow

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Interesting story but just didn't grip me fully

It was good but I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would

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